Barry L Hawkins, a well known Norfolk auctioneer, has died at 86. Remembered for his legacy in livestock and TV appearances. Norfolk Auctioneer Barry L Hawkins Passes Away at Age 86 Barry Lancelot Hawkins passed away at 86. His loved ones remember his guidance and his strong will. He appeared on the BBC, including Top…
Court ordered a bridge build after landowner Theophania Blackett blocked access to All Saints Church. Bridle Bridge Forced Build After Owner Blocked Church Access The Girsby Bridge is also called Bridle Bridge. Theophania Blackett built it in 1870. It is a cast iron structure with wrought iron girders. A stone tablet exists on the Durham…
A Darlington pub fosters community, welcoming veterans and offering warmth amidst rising costs. Darlington Pub Creates Community, Welcoming Strangers as Friends The Old English Gentleman pub is in Darlington. It’s been on Bondgate for over 200 years and is a community hub, according to the landlady. The pub sits on Commercial Street’s corner, and people…
Plans submitted for a new agricultural barn at Weterton House Farm, Sedgefield, replacing current open storage. New Barn Proposed for Weterton House Farm near Sedgefield They want to build a barn near Sedgefield. It will be at Weterton House Farm. Right now, they use the area for open storage. Mr. P Young made the application.…
Discover the Hexham Wool Warehouse story, from its 1885 start to its 1973 rebuild and today’s Wool House flats. Hexham Warehouse History Gilesgate Transformation to Wool House Flats Let’s look at Hexham’s old Henry Bell Wool Warehouse. It was located on Gilesgate. Henry Bell started the warehouse in 1885. In 1973, they tore it down…
A look back at Hexham Courant headlines, featuring fires, a bishop couple, budget news, and more from years gone by. Tynedale News Roundup: Fires, Bishops, and Budget Surprises in History Ten years ago, a plan changed in Hexham. Promises involved moving 350 council jobs there. But, the council wanted to sell its town center offices.…
Plaque design gets approval, aims to highlight bridge’s rich history. Installation awaits bridge repair completion. Powick Bridge Memorial Design Praised as Making History Real Alan Amos works with Worcester Civic Society. They plan a plaque for Powick Old Bridge. Installation happens after bridge repairs finish up. Amos explores lottery funds for this plaque. Daniel Daniels…
Plans are submitted to convert Hexham offices at 28A Fore Street into four new residential flats. Hexham Offices Could Become Flats Under New Conversion Plan Hey, guess what’s happening on Fore Street? Someone wants to change that old building into apartments. It’s number 28A, a really old spot, actually. It’s even listed! Phonebox (Hexham) Limited…
Amegreen seeks to extend Willow Brae children’s home in Pamber Heath, sparking parking concerns among neighbors. Tadley Childrens Home Faces Concerns Over Expansion Project Amegreen wants to build onto Willow Brae. It’s a children’s home in Pamber Heath. They want a side extension on the building. The plan includes adding one bedroom. The bungalow has…
Carpet bowls clubs in Tynedale are seeking new players of any age to boost the sport and create new friendships. Tyne Valley Carpet Bowls Clubs Seek New Players for Friendly Matches Carpet bowls is like a mini version of regular bowls. It has been popular in Tynedale since the 1980s. Many clubs exist in places…